Q. Consider the following events and arrange them in correct chronological order.
1. Acquisition of Awadh by the British
2. Ilbert Bill Controversy
3. Indigo Revolt
4. Second Anglo-Afghan War
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
a) 1, 3, 4, 2
b) 3, 1, 2, 4
c) 3, 1, 4, 2
d) 1, 3, 2, 4
Correct Answer: a) 1, 3, 4, 2
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025
Explanation:
Chronology with dates:
– 1856: Acquisition/annexation of Awadh (Oudh) by the British under Lord Dalhousie.
– 1859–60: Indigo Revolt in Bengal (the “Blue Mutiny”).
– 1878–80: Second Anglo-Afghan War.
– 1883–84: Ilbert Bill controversy under Lord Ripon (introduced 1883, compromise 1884).
Therefore, the correct order is 1 → 3 → 4 → 2.
